Montgomery, NY Real Estate

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What is the real estate market like in Montgomery, NY? Over 21,000 residents call Montgomery their home. The small town feel of this community in Orange County is noted for a diverse housing market. We have everything from small cottages to large estates with acreage. You can find properties with room for farms and horses, or a more modern home with a beautiful swimming pool in the back yard. Prices of homes for sale in the area can range from under $200,000, to a less than modest home over looking the mountains that comes with a price-tag of a few million. While prices of homes in the county are quite varied you rest assured that the median price of housing in the area is rather modest compared to our surrounding counties and towns. Owning real estate in the region has it’s perks.

Popular in location, Montgomery was nicknamed the “Transportation Hub of the Northeast”. Due to its location along the railways, today Montgomery remains an easily accessible place to live in the Hudson Valley, and only 60 miles northeast of New York City and 90 miles south of Albany. The town is composed of several smaller villages and hamlets, making it a perfect location for anyone seeking the simplicity of small-town life without giving up the amenities of a larger community. Owning real estate in the region has it’s perks.

Location and Geography

Montgomery is located directly to the west of the Town of Newburgh, and is bordered on the north and west by the Town of Shawangunk and the Town of Crawford, respectively. To the south lie the towns of Wallkill, Hamptonburgh, and New Windsor. Its largely flat terrain covers approximately 51 square miles, with residential areas concentrated around three distinct villages. The Wallkill River passes from northeast to southwest through the town, and large swamp areas cover parts of the southern boundary.

Several major thoroughfares provide access to and from Montgomery, with Interstate 84, NY-17K and 52 running East-West, and Route 208 running North-South. Commercial air transportation is accessible through nearby Stewart International Airport in New Windsor, less than a 20 minute drive from central Montgomery.

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If you are seeking the benefits of life in small-town New York, as well as the convenience and ease of access to neighboring towns and cities, Montgomery may be the town for you. Explore the listings below to find your next home!

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Lifestyle of the Montgomery Homeowner

Life in Montgomery may seem like a blast from the past, with its small villages, historical buildings, and focus on community values. However, its is also a prime example of one of the best things about the Hudson Valley: accessibility. Within a short driving distance, residents have access to the many amenities of the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh-Middletown metropolitan area, and New York City is an easy day trip by car or train.

Wide open spaces and access to nature are some of Montgomery’s most prized features. The 6,700 acres of Stewart State Forest lie in the Southeast section of Montgomery, providing an excellent respite for outdoor and wildlife enthusiasts. Recreations opportunities abound, including hiking, biking, horseback riding, skiing, snowmobiling, bird watching and fishing. The Thomas Bull Memorial Park, part of the Orange County department of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation, is the largest facility in the county parks system, featuring a golf course, stables, winter sports area, banquet hall, a historic museum, playgrounds and more.

One unique attraction is the Walden-Wallkill Rail Trail, a converted section of the former Wallkill Valley Rail Corridor. Its 3.2 miles of paved trail stretch from Walden to the hamlet of Wallkill in the town of Shawangunk. This unusual park also features a recreational facility located in Walden’s former train station. This dog-friendly trail is a local favorite for walkers, runners, and cyclists.

History

Montgomery’s earliest European settlers were German immigrants who arrived in the area in 1710, and was the town was originally called “Hanover”. It was renamed in 1782 in honor of Revolutionary War, General Richard Montgomery. Historically, Montgomery was known primarily as an agricultural community as well as a transportation hub, with the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad and the Wallkill Valley Railroads having a major presence in the area.

The three main communities within the town incorporated as villages during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The Village of Montgomery was the first to set itself apart in 1810, followed by Walden in 1855 and Maybrook in 1926. Each of these villages has its own character and unique history. A stroll through the centrally-located Village of Montgomery feels like being transported into a village of centuries past, with many old churches, homes, and commercial buildings. Visitors can learn more about the area with a visit to the Montgomery Village Museum, where exhibits have been lovingly curated to preserve the community’s history. Walden’s central historic business district has been shaped by the village’s roots in commerce, banking and manufacturing, and the downtown area looks much as it did 100 years ago, even as the village has had to adapt to changing economic forces. Maybrook stands as a living reminder of Montgomery’s history along the northeastern United States railways. This village developed around a critical switching terminal that serviced 10 different railroads. Interestingly, while most of Maybrook is located within Montgomery, a small part of the village is part of the neighboring town of Hamptonburgh. In addition to the villages, there are five unincorporated hamlets that exist within the town’s borders.

Montgomery is an area that values its past, as can be seen in the many historical buildings that have been preserved throughout the villages. The highlight of the year for town residents is General Montgomery Day, an annual celebration now in its 27th year. Featuring an 8K race, soap box derby, parade, fireworks, and other fun events, General Montgomery Day draws 30,000 attendees each year. The holiday is celebrated each year the weekend after Labor Day.

Education

The Town of Montgomery is served by the Valley Central School District, which also serves students from parts of other neighboring towns and villages. Seven schools comprise the district, including five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Approximately 5,100 K-12 students are served by 921 full- and part-time district employees. Continuing students are part of the Orange County Community College district, also known as SUNY Orange. They may attend classes at the Newburgh or Middletown campuses. Nearby four-year universities include SUNY New Paltz, Mount St. Mary College, and Vassar College, offering a wide array of educational and professional opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.

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